2009 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1998 Buick Century | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A4 | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |