2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV 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 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV 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 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
