2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa 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 121 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Opa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
