2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Ariel | Buick |
| Model | Atom | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
