2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Cruze 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 199 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rainier | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1490 cc |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |