2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
