2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |