2007 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
