2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |