2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Xterra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |