2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Rover 75
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 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 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 121 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 645 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rainier | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
