2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 82 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rainier | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |