2008 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Buick Regal
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2001 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
