2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
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 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |