2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |