2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |