2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 575 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 1998 Renault Safrane. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Safrane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |