2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
