2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. 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 (374 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rainier | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
