2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Neon. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
