2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
