2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 706 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
