2004 Buick Rainier vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 BMW 650.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 650. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (380 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Rainier | 650 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
