2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 6 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rainier | Regal |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |