2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
