2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celsior.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celsior. 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 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Celsior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
