2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. 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 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Rainier | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |