2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |