2008 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 535 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
