2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
