2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |