2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 658 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Terraza | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
