2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 50 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 350 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rainier | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |