2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 4 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari A10. 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2009 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2009 Ascari A10 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 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Buick | Ascari |
| Model | Rainier | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2636 mm |
