2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
