2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Rainier | R2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
