2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4194 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |