2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Terraza | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
