2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. 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 Lexus GS (459 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rainier | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
