2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 3 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
