2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 360. 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, both vehicles can yield 373 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 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.
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2003 Buick Rainier | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 360 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |