2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
