2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Rainier | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
