2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | 440 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
