2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 Jazz. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
