2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
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 Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
