2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier 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 154 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 957 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 2011 Honda Fit. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit 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.
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2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Fit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |