2007 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, both 2007 BMW 740 and 2007 Buick Rainier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |