2007 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S8 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1891 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3009 mm |
