2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Rainier | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
