2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |