2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 613 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
