2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 537 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3099 mm |