2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Terraza | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
