2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 764 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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 2004 BMW 120. 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 (387 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 120 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2099 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |