2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 618 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Terraza | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
