2008 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |