2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Rainier | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
