2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2940 mm |