2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
