2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. Both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2002 Ford GT 40 are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 579 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. 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 (380 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 107 L |
