2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 175 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
