2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2006 SsangYong Actyon
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Rainier Actyon
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 85.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 75 L


 

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