2008 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2005 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
