2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 325 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2099 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |