2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
