2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 529 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rainier | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
