2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 839 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 476 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |