2005 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2002 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
