2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 559 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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 (387 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 81 L |
