2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 731 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Rainier | FR-S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |