2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Terraza | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
