2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Rainier | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
