2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
