2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (239 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |