2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Seat Alhambra 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 127 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 434 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 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 Seat Alhambra. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Rainier | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |