2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 186 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Rainier | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |