2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier. 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 Maybach 57. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Buick | Maybach |
| Model | Rainier | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2220 mm |
