2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 608 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
