2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 343 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rainier | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
