2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |