2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
