2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | AZ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |