2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 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 173 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rainier | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
