2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 4 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
