1995 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |