2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
