2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |