2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 224 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 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 2007 Citroen Picasso. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rainier | Picasso |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |