2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 633 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
