2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2356 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |