2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
