2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (373 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
