2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Vanquish | Rainier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |