2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Explorer. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
