2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 669 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |