2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Rainier | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |
