2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Ford Freestar. 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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 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 Weight | 2020 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
