2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 231 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Rainier | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |
