2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier 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) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rainier | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
