2005 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2099 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 83 L |