2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
