2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
