2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rainier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
