2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |