2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX 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 54 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rainier | SVX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |