2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 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 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Terraza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |