2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen AX 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 Buick Terraza | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Terraza | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
