2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Honda Pilot. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |