2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus ES weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2012 Lexus ES | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rainier | ES |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |