2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 564 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
