2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 8 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 (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 602 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (380 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rainier | Verano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
