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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 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 235 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
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 | 5300 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 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 |