2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 142 L |
