2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 208 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terraza | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
