2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rainier and 2004 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 429 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Legend. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Legend |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 291 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |