2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
