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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 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.

Compare all specifications:

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 4163 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 291 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 72 L


 

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