2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Buick Terraza and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
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2004 Buick Terraza | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terraza | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |