1995 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 607 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 520 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
