2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Rover 75 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (387 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Rainier | 75 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |