2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 556 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rainier | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
