2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Terraza | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |