2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
