2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Outlook. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Rainier | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3564 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
