2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.

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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Terraza 1999 Honda Accord
Make Buick Honda
Model Terraza Accord
Year Released 2004 1999
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 265 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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