2007 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Buick Century

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 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:

2007 Audi A4 1997 Buick Century
Make Audi Buick
Model A4 Century
Year Released 2007 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 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 Weight 1275 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L