2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
