2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 637 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Terraza | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |