2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 73 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terraza | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
