2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A3 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |