2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |