2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2003 Buick Rainier and 2003 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Rainier | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |