2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 148 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 799 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
