2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 BMW 630
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 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 15 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 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. 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 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Terraza | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
