2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 616 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A3 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3009 mm |