2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus GS. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rainier | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |