2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 126 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 875 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |