2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 333 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rainier | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |