2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera 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 186 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 737 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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 1996 Nissan Primera. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
