2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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 68 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 322 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |