2005 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 745 2006 Buick Terraza
Make BMW Buick
Model 745 Terraza
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 95 L


 

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