2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise 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 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Terraza | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |
