2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |