2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
