2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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 64 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rainier | Verada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |