2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier 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 185 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2673 mm |