2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2004 Buick Terraza and 2004 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 138 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Punto 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 | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Terraza | Punto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
