1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B 10 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 387 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |