2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |