2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 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 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
