2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (601 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rainier | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
