2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 129 L |
