2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Terraza | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
