2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 114 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 56 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Buick Lucerne 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. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |