2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 275 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
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, both vehicles can yield 374 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rainier | Envoy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |