2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rainier | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |