2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 366 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 | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
