2005 Acura TL vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 4194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
