2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier.
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 2010 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | Rainier | H3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3653 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |