2001 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |