2002 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3.
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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S3 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
