2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 111 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 777 kg more than 2010 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Rainier | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
