2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic 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 (276 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 833 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
