2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 845 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2355 mm |
