2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | Panamera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |