2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
