2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
