2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Rainier | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
