2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Terraza | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2970 mm |
