2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rainier | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2473 mm |
