2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3350 mm |