2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 829 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Terraza | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
