2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II. 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 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
