2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3505 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
