2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chrysler LHS

To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Chrysler LHS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler LHS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler LHS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2005 Chrysler LHS
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Rainier LHS
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 327 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1629 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 100 L


 

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