2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 638 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Terraza | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |