2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Seat Leon 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 867 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon. 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 (374 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2005 Seat Leon
Make Buick Seat
Model Rainier Leon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 86.9 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 55 L


 

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