2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 484 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Terraza | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
