2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 376 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Buick Rainier | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Camaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |