2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |