2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Lotus Evora.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Evora. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Rainier | Evora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |