2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
