2003 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 833 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
