2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
