2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 444 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Rainier | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
