2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 679 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |