2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |