2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rainier | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |