2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner 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 201 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 915 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 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 2000 Peugeot Partner. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Rainier | Partner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |