2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |