2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rainier | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |