2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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.
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2005 Buick Terraza | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Terraza | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |