2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Rainier | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5965 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 121 L |
