2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 (387 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
