2004 Acura TL vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2004 Acura TL and 2004 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 521 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Rainier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2099 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |