2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord 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 137 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |