2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3650 mm |
