2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Rainier | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
