2002 Acura TL vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 406 kg more than 2002 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
