2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1994 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Ulysse 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 437 kg more than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier 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 (374 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1994 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
