2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
