2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |