2009 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 745.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 2009 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 745 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
