2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 181 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
