2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 58 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Terraza | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |