2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. 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 161 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 887 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Rainier | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |