2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3454 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |