2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 27 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Lucerne | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2808 mm |
