2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |