2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Buick Terraza

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT 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:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Buick Terraza
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model GT Terraza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 200 HP
Torque 305 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 2107 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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