2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 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 40 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler 300. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1999 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6450 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
