2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
