2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Maverick |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2288 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |