2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour 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 70 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour 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 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Contour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2544 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |