2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 822 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1404 mm |
