2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.

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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Terraza 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Buick Kia
Model Terraza Sedona
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L


 

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