2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Rainier | M5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
