2006 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
