2008 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
