2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
