2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (146 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2003 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2429 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
