2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
