2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 267 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |