2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| 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 | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
