2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |