2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 372 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |