2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Terraza | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |