2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 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 Buick Rainier | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 335 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |