2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
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 (374 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Rainier | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |