2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |