2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
