2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 190 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rainier | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
