2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
