2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco 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 233 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Moco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
