2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz

To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 190 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 894 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 (387 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rainier 2005 Toyota Vitz
Make Buick Toyota
Model Rainier Vitz
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 120 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 42 L


 

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