2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 919 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | Rainier | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
