2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 133 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 856 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Terraza | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
