2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1997 Buick Century

To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century.

Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi RS4 1997 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model RS4 Century
Year Released 2006 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L