2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 (387 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |