2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (387 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rainier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
