2002 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 597 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Aceca | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
