2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 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, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 180 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 2011 BMW 528. 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 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 528 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Terraza | 528 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |