2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 532 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |