2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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.
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2004 Buick Rainier | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |