2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Seat Arosa

To start off, both 2005 Buick Terraza and 2005 Seat Arosa 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Terraza 2005 Seat Arosa
Make Buick Seat
Model Terraza Arosa
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 59 HP
Torque 298 Nm 116 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 974 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 34 L


 

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