2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Terraza | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |