2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 130 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rainier | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |