2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Terraza | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |