2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |