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 (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 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 615 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 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
