2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 489 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
