2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Nissan Almera 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 164 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 959 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (139 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Almera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1136 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |