2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 143 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 909 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. 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 Scion xD. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Rainier | xD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
