2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 302 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Because 1993 Toyota Aristo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Aristo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
