2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rainier | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |