2009 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 930 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |