2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 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 (387 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Rainier | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 41 L |
