2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 705 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
