2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 767 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |
