2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 928 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |