2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 266 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
