2007 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |