2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
