2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 473 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 2013 GMC Yukon. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 119 L |
