2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 624 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2012 Lexus LX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rainier | LX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |