2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Amanti 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Amanti. 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 (380 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rainier | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
