2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 (374 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Aveo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |