2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 963 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 2012 Honda Fit. 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | Fit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |