2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LaCrosse | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |