2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Terraza | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
