2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rainier | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
