2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
