2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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 (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Terraza | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |