2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
