2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Buick Rainier and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |