2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
