2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 270 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 5 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
