2007 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi R8 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | R8 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |