2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rainier | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4250 mm |
