2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rainier | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |