2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 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 | 2107 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |