2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Ariel | Buick |
| Model | Atom | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
