2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rainier | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |