2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3801 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
