2004 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Terraza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 289 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |