2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 796 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
