2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rainier | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
