2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Terraza | 118 |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |