2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 949 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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 (387 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rainier | Terios |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 123 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 46 L |