2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rainier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6057 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
