2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 83 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rainier | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |