2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX.
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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Terraza | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
