2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rainier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |