2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rainier | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5965 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |