2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3350 mm |