2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2003 Buick Rainier and 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 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 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Rainier | Ignis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |