2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |