2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 831 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A6 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |