2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
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 Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 143 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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 Stratus, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rainier | Stratus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 214 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |