2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rainier 2010 Dodge Nitro
Make Buick Dodge
Model Rainier Nitro
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1803 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4544 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2764 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 74 L


 

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