2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | Chronos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3330 mm |
