Buick Rainier vs. Acura MDX
When we compare the Buick Rainier's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the Buick Rainier has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Rainier's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura MDX is a better car than the Buick Rainier.
Buick Rainier vs. Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2007 Buick Rainier ranges from $2,550 to $10,832 while a used 2007 Acura MDX is priced between $4,495 to $12,512.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Rainier’s base engine makes 291 horsepower, and the Acura MDX base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Rainier is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles.This gives the Acura MDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Rainier the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura MDX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2550 - 10832
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4495 - 12512
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Buick Rainier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Rainier Rankings
Not yet available
Acura MDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Rainier Trim Levels
CXL
Acura MDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Sport, SH-AWD w/Sport w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
277 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6700 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4417 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
74.5 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4539 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
65.9 inches
Length:
190.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available