2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Terraza | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
