2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
