2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2962 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
