2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 572 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
