2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 3282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 167 L |