2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
