2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2004 Buick Terraza and 2004 Peugeot 407 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 89 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 608 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 407. 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 Peugeot 407. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Terraza 2004 Peugeot 407
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Terraza 407
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2120 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 66 L


 

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