2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1655 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
