2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
