2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Prelude |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.7 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |