2006 Buick Rainier vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rainier | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |