2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 (387 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
