2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Kia Picanto 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Picanto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |