2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Mazda Marathon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Marathon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Marathon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
