2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 714 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
