2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2004 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | Cayman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |