2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 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 149 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |