2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
