2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. 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) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
