2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Logan. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
