2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 932 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
