2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, both 2004 Buick Terraza and 2004 MG TF 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 79 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF 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.
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2004 Buick Terraza | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Terraza | TF |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |