2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
