2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 357 kg more than 1997 Dodge Stealth.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Stealth |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
