2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Laguna. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rainier | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |