2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Lumina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |