2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 623 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 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Terraza 2012 Ford Expedition
Make Buick Ford
Model Terraza Expedition
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 310 HP
Torque 298 Nm 494 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 2651 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3327 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 127 L


 

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