2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 535 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |