2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2003 Buick Rainier and 2003 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Liberty.
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 (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Liberty. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2003 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rainier | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |