2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 681 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Terraza | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
