2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 84 L |
