2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 2 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 117 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Stream |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |