2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 461 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
