2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 797 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Buick | Venturi |
| Model | Rainier | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
