2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (380 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Rainier | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |