2004 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Buick Rainier. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |