2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |
