2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 198 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 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
