2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 672 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Terraza | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
