2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Terraza | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
