2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
