2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.

Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Rainier 2010 Land Rover Freelander
Make Buick Land Rover
Model Rainier Freelander
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 420 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2670 mm


 

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