2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 692 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Rainier | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
