2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Terraza | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
