2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 282 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 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Armada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 106 L |