2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 797 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. 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 2000 Ford Falcon. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
