2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
