2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Maxima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |