2005 BMW 535 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
Because 2005 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 535 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
