2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier. 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 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 127 L |