2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 271 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
