2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (259 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rainier | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
