2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Terraza | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |