2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |