2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3009 mm |