2003 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
