2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 530 | Terraza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |