1999 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. 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 (374 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
