2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 626 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rainier | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |