2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
