2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza.
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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
