2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 9 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 10 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.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |