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


 

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