2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP) has 338 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | GT-R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 538 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 628 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |