2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 814 kg more 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rainier | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2364 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |