2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Terraza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |