2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 9 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rainier | XTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
