2008 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
