2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Rainier 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Buick Toyota
Model Rainier Cresta
Year Released 2004 1996
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 255 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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