2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 452 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G37. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Rainier | G37 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
