2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
