2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 684 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 2002 Honda Accord. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Terraza | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
