2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus 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 184 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
