2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Colorado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |