2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
