2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |