2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
