2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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 (387 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
