2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 629 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Rainier | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 276 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |