2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2000 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier.

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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Rainier 2000 Porsche 911
Make Buick Porsche
Model Rainier 911
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4195 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 328 HP
Torque 387 Nm 351 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2370 mm


 

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