2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 629 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |