2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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 (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rainier | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |