2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rainier | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
