2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
