2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rainier | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
