2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rainier | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6059 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |