2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |