2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rainier | GL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |