2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 722 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Terraza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
