2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 848 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terraza | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
