2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 691 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rendezvous | S8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |