1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
