2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
