2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 762 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Terraza | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |