2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 9 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Rainier | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |