2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Rainier | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
