2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Terraza | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
