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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 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.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 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 | 4194 cc | 2343 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
