2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 347 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |