2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | Pacifica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |