2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (218 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rainier | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |