2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 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 102 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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 525. 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 BMW 525 (410 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2099 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |