2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 635 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |