2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Dodge Neon

To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Rainier 2005 Dodge Neon
Make Buick Dodge
Model Rainier Neon
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 177 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 47 L


 

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