2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Rainier | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
