2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza 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 | 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rainier | Feroza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2180 mm |
