2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 329 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |