2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Rainier | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |