2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |