2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rainier | Q5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |