2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty 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 159 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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 Honda Acty. 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) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Acty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
