2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |