2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 785 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Rainier | FR-S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |