2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
