2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 366 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Lumina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 471 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |