2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2354 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |