2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
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 Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute 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 147 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 674 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |