2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 171 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 819 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
