2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2000 Audi A6

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.

Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Buick LaCrosse 2000 Audi A6
Make Buick Audi
Model LaCrosse A6
Year Released 2012 2000
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2976 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5001 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2837 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L


 

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