2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Kia Towner
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Towner would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 929 kg more than 2003 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2004 Buick Rainier | 2003 Kia Towner | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Towner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1820 mm |