2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Mazda MX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Mazda MX | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
