2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |