2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 699 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rainier | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 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 | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
