2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Buick Rainier

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 Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 549 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Rainier 2004 Buick Rainier
Make Buick Buick
Model Rainier Rainier
Year Released 2006 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
Horse Power 291 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 380 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2099 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 83 L


 

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