2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 222 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Terraza | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 380 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 2329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |