2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Terraza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
