2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Legend |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |