2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
