2007 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 467 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 650 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
