2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
