2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 996 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |