2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna 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 205 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | Duna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
