1995 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 374 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M5 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
