2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Allroad | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |