2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (374 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |