2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade 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 208 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rainier | Charade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |