2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
