2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 689 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. 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 (380 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
