2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Aveo 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) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. 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) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |
