2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
