2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
