2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 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 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
