2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 822 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
