2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 104 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rainier | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |