2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 737 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Terraza | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
