2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.

Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2007 Buick Rainier
Make Audi Buick
Model A5 Rainier
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 83 L


 

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