2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 443 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |
