2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3510 mm |
