2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rainier | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |