2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Freestar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |