2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |