2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 165 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 Ford Fusion. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |