2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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 2002 Acura CL. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Rainier | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
