2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rainier | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 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 | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
