2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
