2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Rainier | 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
