2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 200 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
