2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback 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 80 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rainier | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |