2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 (387 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Buick | Dacia |
| Model | Rainier | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
