2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 6 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
