2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |