2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Terraza | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
