2008 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A5 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
