2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rainier and 2005 Volvo S60 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rainier | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |