2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 699 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC. 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 (373 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | RSC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
