2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Terraza | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
