2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5406 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |
