2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
