2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 752 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Rainier | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |
