2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rainier | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |