2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q7 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |