2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rainier | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |