2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna 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 157 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2067 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 115 L |
