2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
