2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 807. 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 2002 Peugeot 807. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rainier 2002 Peugeot 807
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Rainier 807
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1837 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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