2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |