2009 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3789 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |