2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4801 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |