2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS. 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 1993 Lexus LS. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rainier | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
