2009 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |