2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Terraza 2006 Honda Civic
Make Buick Honda
Model Terraza Civic
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 50 L


 

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