2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2029 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 88 L |