2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |