2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Rainier | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
