2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Because 2004 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rainier | GX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
