2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Hyundai Clix
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Clix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Clix would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Clix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Clix 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 Hyundai Clix | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rainier | Clix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
