2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |