2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5328 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 119 L |