2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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, both vehicles can yield 387 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Rainier | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
