2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick 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 155 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
