2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 50 kg more 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |