2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 571 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Terraza | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |