2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 175 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |