2007 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S4 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3009 mm |