2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |