2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Passport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Passport. 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 (373 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Passport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
