2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2007 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |