2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II 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 212 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. 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 2001 Kia Sephia II. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |