2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 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 133 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. 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 Xedos 6. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Buick | Xedos |
Model | Rainier | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |