2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 212 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rainier | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
