2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |