2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 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 43 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Rainier | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
