2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Terraza | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |