2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 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 202 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |