2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Infiniti FX.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Rainier | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
