2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Peugeot 307 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 811 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Rainier 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 82 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1193 kg
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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