2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 130 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |