2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Nissan Micra 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Terraza | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 46 L |
