2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |